Elitegroup G556, G556E User Manual

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While reasonable efforts have been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual, the manufacturer and distributor assume no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this manual, or from the use of the information contained herein.

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• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Shielded interface cables and a non-shielded AC power cord must be used in order to comply with emission limits.

This equipment is to be used with power supply: I/P: 100-240 Vac, 50-60Hz, 1.8A O/P: 19Vdc, 3.42A

There is no internal power supply.

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This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numerique de la classe B repecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matèriel brouilleur du Canada.

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Chapter 1: Before you Start ------------------------------------------------------1

Conventions of This Manual.......................................................................................................................... 1

Things you must remember before working on your computer.....................................................................8

Chapter 2: Introduction ------------------------------------------------------------11

Welcome to the Notebook PC........................................................................................................................12

Getting to Know Your Computer...................................................................................................................12

Chapter 3: Getting Started --------------------------------------------------------25

Connecting to a Power Source....................................................................................................................... 25

Turning On Your Notebook Computer.......................................................................................................... 27

Operating on Battery Power........................................................................................................................... 27

Chapter 4: Using the Notebook Computer ----------------------------------31

Adjusting the LCD Screen Display................................................................................................................ 31

A Tour of the Notebook’s Keyboard ............................................................................................................. 33

The TouchPad................................................................................................................................................ 34

Connecting an External Tracking Devices.....................................................................................................36

The CD-ROM/DVD-ROM/Combo ............................................................................................................... 36

PCMCIA Cards and Expansion Sockets........................................................................................................ 39

Power Saving Modes ..................................................................................................................................... 40

Chapter 5: Desktop Operation---------------------------------------------------45

Audio .............................................................................................................................................................45

Connecting Peripheral Devices......................................................................................................................47

Chapter 6: Running BIOS Setup ------------------------------------------------49

Introduction.................................................................................................................................................... 49

Navigating through BIOS Setup .................................................................................................................... 50

Accessing the BIOS Setup Program .............................................................................................................. 50

The Menu Bar ................................................................................................................................................50

The Legend Bar..............................................................................................................................................51

Launching Submenus..................................................................................................................................... 51

General Help.................................................................................................................................................. 52

The Main Menu .............................................................................................................................................53

The Advanced Menu...................................................................................................................................... 54

The Security Menu......................................................................................................................................... 56

The Boot Menu ..............................................................................................................................................57

The Exit Menu ............................................................................................................................................... 58

Chapter 7: The Software Utilities Disks --------------------------------------59

AutoRun Installation...................................................................................................................................... 59

Manual Installation ........................................................................................................................................62

VGA Utilities................................................................................................................................................. 65

Chapter 8: Troubleshooting ------------------------------------------------------72

Locating a Problem........................................................................................................................................ 72

Checking Cables and Connections.................................................................................................................73

The Power-On Self Test................................................................................................................................. 74

General Hardware Problems .......................................................................................................................... 75

Contacting Your Dealer .................................................................................................................................77

Chapter 9: Upgrading your System--------------------------------------------78

Upgrading your Memory ...............................................................................................................................78

The Easy to Upgrade HDD Module............................................................................................................... 80

Upgrading your System CPU......................................................................................................................... 82

Appendix A: Specification --------------------------------------------------------86

Detailed Notebook Specifications.................................................................................................................. 86

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Use this manual will help you get the most from your notebook computer.

• If you are an experienced user of computers and/or Microsoft’s Windows operating

systems, you might find it useful to read the Quick Start Guide that comes along with your accessories.

• If you are a less experienced user, you should through the manual carefully before

using your system.

Whether or not you are an experienced user, you should consult on the Troubleshooting Chapter if you encounter any problems with your notebook.

The check mark symbol indicates that you should take note on every detailed information when you encounter some function that might be useful when you are using your notebook.

The pencil symbol identifies information which is important for you to read to avoid damage to the computer.

This warning cautions you against actions which might be destructive to your data or might disrupt proper system operation.

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This section is designed to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions while working with this product. Required safety features have been installed in the computer to protect you from injury. However, you should use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards:

Please read these safety instructions carefully.

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Please keep this User's Manual for later reference.

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Please disconnect this equipment from AC outlet before cleaning. Don't use liquid

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or sprayed detergent for cleaning. Use moisture sheet or cloth for cleaning. For pluggable equipment, that the socket-outlet shall be installed near the

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equipment and shall be easily accessible. Please keep this equipment from humidity.

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Lay this equipment on a reliable surface when installed. A drop or fall could cause

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injury. Make sure to use the right voltage for the power source when connecting the

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equipment to the power outlet.

Place the power cord in such a way that people can not step on it. Do not place

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anything on top of the power cord. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.

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If the equipment is not use for a long time, disconnect the equipment from the

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main power outlet to avoid being damaged by transient overvoltage. Never pour any liquid into the opening, this could cause fire or electrical shock.

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Never open the equipment. For safety reason, the equipment should only be

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opened by a qualified service personnel. If on the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by a service

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personnel:

The Power cord or plug is damaged.

Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.

The equipment has been exposed to moisture.

The equipment has not worked well or you cannot get it work according to the user's manual.

The equipment has dropped and damaged.

If the equipment has obvious sign of breakage.

Do not leave this equipment in an environment unconditioned, storage

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temperature above 60°C (140°f), it may damage the equipment. The unit can be operated at an ambient temperature of max. 35°C.

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The sound pressure level at the operators position according to IEC 704-1: 1982 is

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equal or less than 70 dB(A). Power Cord Requirements

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The power cord set used with the AC adaptor must meet the requirements of the country where you use the AC adaptor, whether it is 100-120 or 200-240 Vac. The following information explains the requirements for power cord set selection.

• The cord set must be approved for the country in which it is used.

• The appliance coupler must have a configuration for mating with a

CEE22/EN6032/IEC 320 appliance inlet.

For U.S. and Canada: A.

• The cord set must be UL Listed and CSA Certified.

• The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are No. 18 AWG.

For Japan:

• All components of the cord set must bear a “PSE” or “ T ” mark and

registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law.

• The minimum specifications for the flexible cord are .75m ㎡ conductors.

For Other Countries:

• The cord set fittings must bear the certification mark of the agency

responsible for evaluation in a specific country.

• The flexible cord must be of a HAR (harmonized) type H05VV-F.

• The cord set must have a current capacity of a least 2.5 Amperes and voltage

rating of 125 or 250 Vac.

When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be

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followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons. These precautions includes the following:

• Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,

kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

• Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical

storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

• Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

• Use only the power cord indicated in this manual.

Do not use the AC adapter near open water or other liquids. Never spill liquid into

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the AC adapter. Laser Warning: Laser Class I Product Caution - Invisible laser radiation when open

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avoid exposure to beam. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same

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or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Never remove the battery pack while the power is on as this may result in data loss when the system loses power.

The input receptacle is used as the main disconnecting device.

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Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweis sorgfältig durch.

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Heben Sie dirse Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf.

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Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Versenden Sie Keine

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Flüssig- oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten eignet sich ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung.

Die Netzanschlu steckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht zugänglich β

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sein. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.

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Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten. Ein Kippen oder

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Fallen könnte Beschädigungen hervorrufen. Beachten Sie beim Anschluß an das Stromnet die Anschlußwerte.

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Verlegen Sie die Netzanschlußleitung so, daß niemand darüber fallen kann. Es sollte

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auch nichts auf der Leitun abgestellt werden. Alle Hinweise und Warnungen, die sich am Gerät befinden, sind zu beachten.

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Wird das Gerät üeinen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom

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Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine Beschädigung vermieden.

Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeien in das

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Gerät gelangen. Dies könne einen Brand bzw. Elektrischen Schlag auslösen. Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen

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Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden. Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen und

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von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu Überprüfung.:

Netzlabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt.

Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.

Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.

Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend funktioniert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen.

Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt.

Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.

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nur durch denselben oder einem vom Hersteller empfohlenem ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.

Dieses Schaltnetzteil kann bis zu einer Außentemperatur von maximal 35ºC.

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Die Ausgangswerte dürfen nicht die auf dem Label angegebenen Werte

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überschreiten. Anforderungen an das Stromkabel

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Das Kabel-Set, das an das Netzteil angeschlossen wird, muss den Anforderungen des Landes, in dem Sie das Netzteil einsetzen, genügen, je nachdem, ob die Netzspannung 100-120 oder 200-240V Wechselspannung beträgt.

• Das Kabel-Set muss für das Land, in dem es eingesetzt wird, zugelassen sein.

• Der Gerätestecker des Kabels muss in eine CEE22/ EN603/ IEC 320 Buchse

passen.

Für die USA und Kanada:

• Das Kabel-Set muss UL-gelistet und CSA zertifiziert sein.

• Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel entsprechen No. 18 AWG.

Für Japan:

• Alle Teile des Kabel-Sets müssen entsprechend dem japanischen Dentori

Law mit einem „PSE“ or „T”-Symbol markiert sein

• Die Minimalanforderungen für das Kabel sind .75m ㎡ Leiter.

Für andere Länder:

• Die Zubehörteile des Kabel-Sets müssen das Prüfsiegel derjenigen Stelle, die

in dem jeweiligen Land für die Sicherheitsprüfung zuständig ist, tragen.

• Das Kabel muss vom HAR (harmonisierten) Typ H05VV-F sein.

• Das Kabel-Set muss eine Stromkapazität von mindestens 2,5 Ampere haben

und Spannungen von 125 oder 250 V Wechselstrom gestatten.

Bei der Benutzung Ihres Telefongerätes sollten Sie immer die grundlegenden

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Sicherheitsmaßnahmen beachten, um das Risiko von Feuer, Stromschlägen und Verletzungen zu minimieren. Zu beachten sind u.a. folgende Punkte:

• Benutzen Sie das Gerät nicht in der Nähe von Wasser, wie zum Beispiel

Badewanne, Waschbecken, Spülbecken, Waschbottich, in feuchten Kellerräumen oder in der Nähe von Schwimmbecken.

• Benutzen Sie kein Telefon (ausgenommen schnurlose Modelle) während

eines Gewitters. Es besteht das geringe Restrisiko eines Blitzschlages.

• Benutzen Sie das Telefon nicht um ein Gasleck zu melden, falls es sich in der

Nähe des Lecks befindet.

• Benutzen Sie nur solch ein Stromkabel, wie in dieser Anleitung beschrieben.

Benutzen Sie das Netzteil nicht in unmittelbarer Nähe zu Wasser oder anderen

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Flüssigkeiten. Gießen Sie nie Flüssigkeiten über das Netzteil. Achtung Laser: Laser Produkt der Klasse I. Achtung - Unsichtbarer Laserstrahl,

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vermeiden Sie Kontakt mit dem Strahl bei offenem Gehäuse. Es besteht Explosionsgefahr, wenn der Akku nicht ordnungsgemäß ersetzt wird.

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Ersetzen Sie den Akku nur durch einen Akku gleichen oder äquivalenten Typs, der vom Hersteller empfohlen wird. Entsorgen Sie Akkus entsprechend den Anweisungen des Herstellers. Entfernen Sie den Akku auf keinen Fall bei eingeschaltetem Notebook, da hierdurch Daten verloren gehen könnten.

Der Netzeingabeanschluss dient als Hauptschalter des Geräts.

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Your notebook can easily stand temperature extremes but it doesn’t like rapid changes in temperature, like going from the cold outdoors to a warm office. Rapid changes in temperature can cause water droplets to condense inside your case, threatening to damage the electronic parts inside.

After receiving your notebook when it’s hot or cold outside, try not to power up the computer immediately, let the computer adjust to the room temperature gradually at least for three to four hours.

If your system arrives in cold weather, do not apply power to the computer or monitor until they have been allowed to come to room temperature.

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Find a suitable place for your computer that’s not too hot, too cold, too dark, or too bright. Glare can make it hard to read the screen.

• Try to avoid the computer components from being destroyed if it is over heated, so

try to allow plenty of room for air to circulate around the case.

• Do not block the ventilation opening.

• Do not place your computer in direct sunlight.

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Your computer will run well wherever you’re comfortable but extremes of temperature and humidity can be challenging to your system’s parts.

There are some things you can tolerate that the computer can’t — things like static electricity, dust, water, steam and oil. In case you decide to pull over for roadside computing, try to choose a clean, comfortable work area for your system.

A lithium-ion battery pack will be available when you are traveling. If you are running your system for the first time on battery power, remove the battery from the package, install it into the system and recharge the battery to fully prepare for service.

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There are more and more people spending large amounts of time in front of computer monitors now that scientists from many fields including anatomy, psychology, and occupational safety are involved in the study of ergonomically sound work environments.

A few tips to help you work effectively without a lot of physical discomfort:

• Purchase a chair with armrests and good back support. Don't slouch when sitting;

keep your back straight.

• Try to place the LCD panel or external monitor so that there is little glare from the

sun on the monitor.

• Walk around the room every hour.

• Every half hour look away from the computer screen for a few minutes.

• Place everything that you need to work within easy reach.

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Notebook PC. Your Notebook features the latest advances in portable computing technology. The Notebook’s modular design provides maximum expandability without compromising portability. The highperformance CPU and enhanced IDE hard drive provides you with extra processing power for handling complex graphics and running large programs.

One PCMCIA slot gives you the ability to use standard PCMCIA cards, such as a LAN adapter or memory cards.

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At the front of the Notebook you will find a retaining latch on the display panel that locks the display in closed position when the Notebook is not in use.

Slide the display panel latch to the right until the display panel releases, and then

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raise the LCD screen. At any time you can tilt the display toward or away from you to a comfortable

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viewing position.

To avoid damage to the display panel:

1. Try not to slam the display upon closing it.

2. Try not to place any object on top when it is closed or open.

3. Be sure the system is turned off or in suspend mode before you close the display panel.

To shutdown the system in non-Windows (DOS mode, System POST, Setup Menu or Quick Boot Menu) based environment, enable the lid switch. This will prevent the system from damaged if it exceeds the temperature limit. Windows will control the lid switch in windows environment.

With the LCD screen open, you will see several features important for operating your Notebook computer.

Each of these features is briefly described below.

LCD Cover Release Latch

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Slide this latch to the right to open the LCD cover.

LCD Screen

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Your Notebook computer is equipped with a replaceable color Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) screen that supports up to 1024 x 768 or 1400 x 1050 x 16M LCD resolution utilizing a AGP BUS.

A built-in backlight allows you to comfortably view the screen even when ambient lighting is low.

Internet Explorer Button

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Use this key to open the Internet Explorer.

Outlook Express Button

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Use this key to open Microsoft's Outlook to send/receive your mail.

System Status Indicator Panel

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The system status indicator panel keeps you informed of the computer’s operating status.

Indicates that the computer is accessing the hard disk drive.

Indicates that the keyboard is in Num Lock mode.

Indicates when the keyboard is in Caps Lock mode. In this mode, the keyboard produces uppercase text when you press a key. When you

ress the Caps Lock key again, the indicator goes off and the keyboard

produces lowercase text. Indicates when the keyboard is in Scroll Lock mode. Some applications will

move information across the screen differently when Scroll Lock is on.

Power/Resume Button

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Pressing this button for 1-2 seconds will turn on the system or pressing this button when the computer is in Suspend mode will resume normal operation. Pressing this button for 4-6 seconds will also turn off the system.

TouchPad

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The TouchPad is hardware-compatible with the IBM PS/2 mouse and softwarecompatible with the Microsoft mouse.

TouchPad Buttons

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The buttons below the TouchPad correspond to the left and right buttons on a standard mouse. The PS/2 compatible mouse will work with the Notebook PC’s TouchPad simultaneously.

Scroll Button

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Use this button to scroll up and down the scrolling bar.

The Built-in Microphone

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The built-in microphone is located to the left of the TouchPad.

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Please don’t block this opening during operation of the system.

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A very fast external bus standard that supports data transfer rates of up to 400 Mbps (400 million bits per second).

Can be used to connect up 63 external devices, also supports isochronous data -delivering data at a guaranteed rate. This makes it ideal for devices that need to transfer high levels of data in real-time, such as video devices. Also supports both Plug-and-Play and hot plugging, and also provides power to peripheral devices.

PCMCIA Socket Cover

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Open this cover to access the PCMCIA socket. The computer’s PCMCIA socket lets you extend the capabilities of your computer by inserting PC cards.

PCMCIA Socket Button

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The computer has one PCMCIA type II socket

The LAN Port

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This jack provides a standard RJ-45 connection for integration with an existing network or a high-speed (DSL or cable) connection via a network cable.

When using a LAN, please use an EMI Shielding Cable to minimize an inteference when transmitting.

The Modem Port

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This jack is an internal 56K voice/fax/data modem. You will connect your computer to your phone line through this port.

Always disconnect all telephone lines from the wall outlet before servicing or disassembling this equipment. To reduce the risk of fire use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

Microphone Jack

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Allows you to receive monophonic input from an external microphone. Use of an external microphone will disable the built-in microphone.

Audio Line Out Jack

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You can plug an external speaker, headphone or connect the line out jack to an audio device such as a cassette recorder to record the notebook's audio output.

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These three LED indicators are separately program for the following functions: Power On, Suspend Mode and Battery Charge.

Power On

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This indicator will lit when the notebook is powered On.

Battery Charge

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This indicator will lit green when the battery is in charging status. When the indicator light turns off, it indicates the system is in full charge.

Suspend Mode

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This indicator will lit when the notebook enter the suspend mode.

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The CD-ROM/DVD-ROM or DVD CD-RW Combo (Option)

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Your Notebook comes with a swappable 24X (or higher) 5.25" IDE CD-ROM or 8X DVD-ROM.

DC IN Connector

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Plug the AC adapter into this connector.

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